The Spanish midfielder has been out of action for two years, and came close to having his foot amputated due to infections following a string of surgeries in 2017.

His last appearances for the Gunners was in their 6-0 Champions League win over Ludogorets in 2016, and as things stand it's not yet clear when he will return to first team action.

But on Thursday the Spaniard - who is massively adored by the fans in north London - was out on the pitch working on his ball control.

Santi Cazorla was thrilled to be lacing up his boots (Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

The Spanish midfielder has been out of action for two years (Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Cazorla was joined by Arsenal fitness coach Shaf Fosythe, and appeared to be absolutely thrilled as he laced up his boots in the changing room before making his way out onto the pitch.

Once out on the grass the 33-year-old kick-started his short session with a jog around the perimeter of the pitch.

Cazorla's last appearances for the Gunners was in 2016 (Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

The Spaniard is massively adored by the fans in north London (Image: Offside)

Cazorla came close to having his foot amputated in 2017 (Image: PA)

He was then filmed kicking the ball back and forward with Fosythe.

Cazorla's future is still yet to be decided, but despite his declining years and the fact he hasn't played for a long while, Gunners supporters would love to see him turning out for the north London club at least one more time.